ACT Humanities - Communication

to mention or express something in few words

to explain something by providing examples, doing experiments, etc.

to clarify, explain, or make something clear

to give more information to make the understanding more complete

to clearly define or state specific details, characteristics, or requirements

to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

to propose or assume something as true or factual, serving as the foundation for further reasoning or argumentation

to openly accept something as true or real

to officially agree to a plan, proposal, etc.

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, abilities, etc. in order to draw the attention of others

to clearly and confidently say that something is the case

to publicly and officially state something

to indirectly suggest something

to represent something in a short and brief manner

to talk rapidly and incoherently, making it hard for others to understand what is being said

to give an explanation of something by talking about it in great detail

to reluctantly admit that something is true after denying it first

to refer to something as an example or proof

to give someone a message, instruction, etc. by making a sound or movement

to draw back from what was said publicly before; often by force

to give a brief description of something excluding the details

to suggest or assume the existence or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief

to make something so simple that it loses its original meaning, intention, or key facts

to strongly and publicly disapprove of something or someone

to publicly express one's disapproval of something or someone

to reject or disown something previously accepted or claimed, often in a formal or public manner

to show that something is false or incorrect

to withdraw or take back a statement, belief, or opinion, especially publicly

to say something from memory, such as a poem or speech

to convey or tell something again, like a story, event, or experience

to suddenly interrupt someone with one’s own opinion or remark

to pronounce or utter something in a clear and precise way

to clearly and correctly articulate words

to say the sound of a letter or word correctly or in a specific way

to speak in a low, soft voice, often in a way that is difficult to hear or understand

to say words or phrases repeatedly and in a rhythmic manner

(linguistics) to express a concept, thought, or idea in a foreign language

a formal statement made either orally or in writing

an assertive and direct statement of objection or disapproval

a loud and passionate speech or monologue, often marked by anger or strong emotion

the act of using the voice to produce sounds or speech

the act of strongly and persistently expressing or demanding something, often refusing to accept contrary opinions or suggestions

a low, sorrowful sound typically made in response to pain, distress, or despair

an official announcement regarding something specific

a heartfelt often vocal expression of deep sorrow or grief

not having the quality to be explained, justified, or perceived

capable of using a language easily and properly

relating to the everyday language spoken by ordinary people in a particular region or country

(of people) unable to express oneself clearly or easily

intended to explain and present information in a detailed manner

providing detailed information about how something looks, feels, sounds, or behaves

able to utilize language to convey something well, especially in a persuasive manner

in a manner that is direct and clear

in a clear and explicit manner, leaving no room for misunderstanding or confusion